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Dear Alexa, My friends and I went to the movies last weekend, and at the end of the night I realized I paid more for my popcorn, soda and candy, than I did for my actual movie ticket! Why are movie concessions stands so expensive? Please Explain! Kate Well Kate,... [read more]
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To save the USPS, some economists suggest immediate privatization. However, this could have dangerous repercussions for workers and taxpayers. Perhaps we should be looking abroad for solutions, or at least for some inspiration.